This apprenticeship will last for a duration of 44 months. The training is delivered by SR Training on behalf of NEPO, and you will be required to attend training at the Northern Design Centre in Gateshead, NE8 3DF. Have you considered a career in procurement? It's a fantastic choice, with continuous professional development, varied and rewarding work, as well as great career prospects! With our procurement apprenticeship, you will benefit from a structured learning programme, get hands-on experience and earn a salary. What You'll Do: You will work as part of our team of procurement professionals, focused on the development and delivery of procurement solutions for the Council, whilst also developing key skills and knowledge through a combination of real-world experience and dedicated training. You will support the Procurement Business Partners with the development of procurement projects to help the Service achieve its strategic objectives. You will work as part of our team of procurement professionals, focussed on the development and delivery of procurement solutions, whilst also developing key skills and knowledge through a combination of real-world experience and dedicated training. The role is diverse and your responsibilities will increase as progress is made through your apprenticeship., The Corporate Commissioning and Procurement Service is responsible for ensuring that all Council expenditure on goods and services achieves value for money for the County and our residents. The Service is currently implementing a number of important strategic change initiatives that will be fundamental to the successful delivery of BEST commissioning and procurement across the Council and with wider stakeholders and voluntary organisations. Why Join Us?

• Gain a recognised qualification while you work.
• Be part of a supportive team passionate about delivering excellent services.
• Enjoy a clear pathway for career development within the Council.
• Access to a range of benefits including hybrid working
  
  You will undertake the following qualifications via hybrid training, taking you from a Level 4 qualification, right through to Level 6 MCIPS status:
• Level 4 Commercial Procurement and Supply
• CIPS Level 5 Advanced Diploma in Procurement and Supply
• Level 6 Senior Procurement Supply Chain Professional
What We're Looking For: We are looking for an enthusiastic individual who is eager to learn and expand their knowledge and skills through hands-on experience. You will be part of a community of region-wide apprentices. Whilst the regional programme is new, nurturing talent isn't new to us, so you'll be in safe hands! You will be provided with all the training and support you need to be a success. We are looking for someone with the following qualifications, personal attributes, skills and behaviours:
• Minimum of 5 GCSEs (obtained) which must include English Language and Maths at Grade C / 4 or above
• 3 A-levels (or equivalent qualification) with UCAS points of 120 (Predicted or Obtained) (Not sure what your UCAS points are? A calculator is available here)
• Communication skills - listening, spoken and written.
• ICT Skills - Microsoft Office (Word & Excel)
• Team player who is not afraid to try something new
• Commitment to own personal and professional development
  
  Band 3 (£24,790)
Contract Type Fixed Term September 2025 to May 2029 (44 months) Selection Process Shortlisted applicants will be invited to take part in an online written assessment
• (which you can do from home).
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• Don't worry if you do not have a suitable device at home, just let us know when we invite you to the assessment and we can arrange for you to do it at our office).
We'll then invite successful applicants to interview at the Council's offices at County Hall, Morpeth, Northumberland, NE61 2EF.,
• 26 days annual leave plus public/bank holidays, rising to 31 days after 5 years of service (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Automatic enrolment into the Local Government Pension Scheme
• Flexi scheme (if applicable) - up to 2 days flexible leave available per month (pro rata for part-time employees)
• Local government discount schemes available to all employees with offers at local businesses along with various national brands
• Commitment to work/life balance offering flexibility through various schemes including job sharing, flexible working, term-time only, and compressed hours
• A range of salary sacrifice schemes are available
• Staff networks - run by staff, for staff, providing opportunities for peer networking, mutual support, staff development e.g. Apprenticeship, Armed Forces, ASD, Enable (disability), LGBT+, Menopause, Mental Wellbeing, Racial Equality